Research

Returning to Research

RIT is moving toward the resumption of on-campus laboratory-based research activities.

RIT has established policies and procedures for the resumption of on-campus laboratory-based research activities. Requests for resumption of on-campus research activities require that an application be submitted, which includes a checklist that must be filled out by the appropriate lab and facilities manager certifying that the areas to be used are deemed safe for the resumption of activities.

Learn more about resuming research on campus

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Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to fill out the General Laboratory Reopening application, which needs to be signed by your college/division dean and the vice president for Research. The application can be found on the Sponsored Research Services website.

All individuals must comply with RIT’s guidelines for campus visitors as detailed in the Workforce Safety Plan in the procedures and guidelines section.

No. The General Laboratory Reopening Application will only be required during this interim period between now and the reopening of campus in the fall.